Maintain numerous reference materials on Utah’s natural resources, including maps, publications, and theses/dissertations from the UGS, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), state academic institutions, and professional geologic organizations; provide public-access digital data including geologic map and hazards bibliographies. Available to the public for research. Contact Librarian at 801.537.3333. Visit by appointment only. Click here for more information.

Natural Resources Map & Bookstore

Provide large selection of publications and maps on Utah geology from the UGS, US Geological Survey, Utah Geological Association; recreational maps and books for Utah and surrounding areas; complete inventory of US Geological Survey topographic maps of Utah. Open Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Shop online at mapstore.utah.gov.

Advise state and local governments on geologic hazard emergencies, prepare hazards maps, delineate special study areas, and review consultants’ geologic hazards reports for school districts. Click here for more information.

Survey Notes

Publish informative, non-technical magazine three times a year on important and interesting geologic topics in Utah; highlights current developments and completed research, energy news, significant finds, projects and partnerships. Click here to view Survey Notes issues.

Groundwater Resource & Environmental Evaluations

Evaluate the quantity and quality of Utah’s wetlands and groundwater resources; protect drinking-water supplies; investigate environmental impacts of septic tank soil-absorption systems for local governments and state agencies. Click here for more information.

Maintain contact and exchange information with mining and petroleum operators, promote exploration and development opportunities, and respond to technical industry inquiries.

Industry Cooperatives

Oversee joint cooperative research with industry; projects include developing geological and petrophysical characterizations of oil and gas reservoirs, increasing gas and oil production, and reactivating idle oil leases in Utah.

Energy & Mineral Resource Evaluations

Investigate the energy and mineral resources of counties, sovereign land tracts, and school trust lands for county governments and state agencies.

Teaching Kits

Loan out four different teaching kits ($50–$100 refundable deposit): rock/mineral/fossil; dinosaurs; landforms; and Ice Age. Stream tables and other geologic models are also available for loan. Click here for more information.

Earth Science Week

Host annual hands-on geoscience activities in October for elementary school groups. Teachers call for reservations (801-537-3300). Click here for more information.

Mission, Vision, Values

Vision: All Utahns are aware of geologic and energy information, and use it to improve their lives.

Values: The generation and dissemination of geologic information. Excellence, integrity, and objectivity in everything we do. Responsible stewardship of Utah's geologic and energy resources. Free exchange of ideas and information in a spirit of cooperation. The worth and dignity of individuals. Providing prompt and courteous service to our customers.